It is often difficult to put into words your feelings, emotions, concerns, fears and challenges as you live with or raise a child with Autism. Julie provides insight to extended family members and professionals as she shares a parent's perspective on life with Autism.

Dr. Bain, pediatrician, explores the possible causes of Autism Spectrum Disorders. She briefly addresses topics including genetics, environmental stresses, vaccinations, prenatal care, leaky gut, ear infections, diet, and intolerances of foods as possible causes. Dr. Bain stresses the importance of more biochemical research and the role it plays.

Dr. Bain shares a pediatrician's thoughts on the Autism diagnosis, things to consider during the early days, therapies to consider, services to look for, and her concerns for the children.

Dr. Bain talks about the types of therapies that she recommends to parents with a child on the Autism Spectrum. Hear about the early signs, the importance of pretend play, interactions, and what is expected from a developmental perspective by age.

Kate gives tips and suggestions on how to teach the skill of sitting in a chair at home, birthday parties, school, movies, and any other place that sitting at a table is required. Learn about tools and resources that will assist the child in learning to sit and the proper way to use them.

Kate shares how she set up a home classroom in her house by using organizational supplies, labels, therapy supplies, notebooks with data sheets and reports, communication boards, and different work spaces.

Kate shows how to make a home a reinforcer system, making a prize box, and discusses food allergy considerations, reward systems, and incentives.

Kate shares simple modifications in her son's room that guide him toward independence in daily activities such as teeth brushing, bathing, putting clothes away, making his bed, and other activities. She also touches on morning and afternoon schedules and why it's important to break activities into simple steps for success.

Christina shows how quickly and easily a token economy can be implemented for early learners ages 2-3 and up. Utilizing physical and visual reinforcers makes it easier for the learner to achieve success.

A parent shares the picture cards that she used with her son in teaching him to communicate his wants and needs. She also shares her organization of the pictures and how she used them to prepare her son for different occasions.